A breakfast salad is a fresh, delicious way to start your day with ample veggies. This recipe gets a hearty twist with additions like cabbage and feta. For brunch guests, put the components out buffet-style so they can build their own bowls.
Ingredients
1 small red cabbage, cut into 6 wedges
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus 1/3 cup, divided
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon ground pepper plus 1/8 teaspoon, divided
1 6- or 7-ounce block feta cheese, drained
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 ripe avocado
1 cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cups water
2 cups whole-wheat couscous
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
6 large hard-boiled eggs, halved
Directions
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place cabbage on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes.
Turn the wedges, separating the leaves a little bit to ensure even cooking. Place feta block in the middle of the pan; drizzle it with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with thyme and paprika. Continue roasting until the feta is softened and the cabbage is very tender, about 8 minutes more.
Combine avocado, 3/4 cup parsley, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a blender. Process until just combined. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup oil.
Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add couscous and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add lemon zest, lemon juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil; fluff with a fork.
Assemble the bowls with the couscous, cabbage, feta and eggs. Dollop the dressing on top and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup parsley.
Tips
To make ahead: Refrigerate dressing (Step 4) for up to 2 days.
Equipment: Parchment paper
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